CFIP Supporting Data Dialogue in the Classroom-Focused Improvement Process (Advanced)Dates: February 20-May 14 Credit: 4 MSDE CPD Credits #16-00-04 Course Fee: $250 plus non-refundable $25 registration fee with a 3% bank processing fee. Description: This course is an introduction to the Classroom Focused Improvement Process (CFIP) and is recommended for school-based educators. CFIP is a school-based data analysis process that empowers teachers to make data-based decisions that will increase student learning. Course outcomes focus on understanding the underpinnings of the protocol, the steps in the process, and implementation insights. Instructional materials include analysis of current school data processes, completed CFIP templates, and embedded videos of Maryland educators using and commenting on the CFIP process. Note: Although you can complete this course as an individual teacher, participants will benefit from enrolling with a cohort of teachers from the same school. Registration: https://msde.blackboard.comPlease send enrollment requests/ questions to: msdeblackboard.msde@maryland.gov

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Digital Portfolios for Enhancing LearningDates: February 20-April 26 Credit: 3 MSDE CPD Credits #14-00-45 Course Fee: $225 plus nonrefundable $25 registration fee with a 3% bank processing fee. Description: This course is designed to provide K-12 educators with an in-depth understanding of how to develop e-Portfolios while building content knowledge and exemplifying best practices in education. Participants will be required to evaluate and select digital portfolio tools that can be used in their school and to create a student digital portfolio action plan to be implemented in their class. Participants will also develop a strategy for the creation of a teacher digital portfolio to document growth in education. Registration: https://msde.blackboard.comPlease send enrollment requests/ questions to: msdeblackboard.msde@maryland.gov